Category: China

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

LONDON, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) — Britain's gross domestic product grew 0.3 percent in the second quarter of 2025, slowing from 0.7 percent in the first quarter, the country's Office for National Statistics said on Thursday.

Among the three main sectors of the economy, construction increased by 1.2 percent, becoming the main source of growth during the period. In this sector, good performance was noted for new infrastructure projects, as well as repair and maintenance of private housing.

The services sector grew by 0.4 percent, with software and medical services the main drivers. Wholesale and retail trade fell sharply. Industrial production fell by 0.3 percent.

“We saw better-than-expected growth at the start of the year, largely due to inventory build-up ahead of the US tariffs. However, domestic tax burdens and uncertain global trade conditions created a very challenging environment for UK SMEs in the second quarter,” said Stuart Morrison, research manager at the British Chambers of Commerce.

In a recent report, forecasting organisation EY ITEM Club said that ongoing global economic uncertainty, fiscal tightening and a weak labour market will continue to weigh on the UK economy, with the country's GDP growth expected to remain weak until 2027. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

UNITED NATIONS, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) — Israel's escalating attacks on residential areas in Gaza are causing a high number of casualties, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) said Thursday.

According to him, over the past two days, airstrikes and shelling have intensified in some areas of Gaza City, and attacks are also continuing in Deir al-Balah and Khan Yunis.

“If Israel’s announced ground operation in Gaza City begins, thousands of families already in dire humanitarian conditions could be pushed into even greater dire straits,” OCHA said. “With 86 percent of the Strip currently under Israeli military action or eviction orders, humanitarian organizations lack access and the supplies to meet urgent needs at the levels they need,” it said.

It is also noted that in recent days the air temperature has risen sharply, and hundreds of thousands of people have been left without protection from the heat.

“Virtually all Gazans have been displaced at least once since the war began, and the makeshift shelters they managed to build or obtain have often fallen into disrepair or had to be abandoned in the rush to flee,” OCHA said.

The Office once again called for “a ceasefire, the unconditional and immediate release of all hostages and unimpeded humanitarian access.” –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

UNITED NATIONS, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) — UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres on Thursday called on Israeli authorities to immediately halt plans to build settlements in the E1 area of the occupied West Bank, his spokesman Stephane Dujarric said.

“Our position is clear: Israeli settlements in the West Bank, including East Jerusalem, and the regime associated with them were established and maintained in violation of international law,” he said in a note to the media.

“Settlements further entrench the occupation, fuel tensions and systematically undermine the viability of a Palestinian state as part of a two-state solution,” the note said.

It is noted that construction in the E1 area will lead to the separation of the northern and southern parts of the West Bank, which will seriously undermine the prospects for the creation of a viable and territorially contiguous Palestinian state.

Area E1, located between Jerusalem and the settlement of Maale Adumim, is considered particularly controversial because if Israelis settled there, East Jerusalem would be effectively cut off from the northern part of the West Bank. Plans for construction in the area have been frozen for years, largely due to international outcry. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

ANCHORAGE, USA, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) — U.S. President Donald Trump said on Thursday that there is a 25 percent chance that his upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska will fail.

In an interview with Fox News Radio, he said that the meeting with V. Putin was like a “chess game.” According to the head of the White House, the Russian leader will come with the intention of making progress in reaching an agreement on the conflict with Ukraine.

If positive progress is made in the talks, it will lay the groundwork for a second meeting, which will also include Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, Trump said.

On Wednesday, the US president warned that Russia would face “very serious consequences” if Vladimir Putin refused to agree to a ceasefire in the conflict with Ukraine.

The meeting between V. Putin and D. Trump is scheduled to take place on Friday in the city of Anchorage, Alaska. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

BRUSSELS, Aug. 15 (Xinhua) — EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy Kaja Kallas on Thursday called on Israel to abandon its plan to build settlements in the E1 area of the occupied West Bank, warning that the move would violate international law and cause irreparable damage to the prospects for realizing the "two-state solution."

“If the plan is implemented, the construction of settlements in this area will permanently destroy the geographical and territorial contiguity between occupied East Jerusalem and the West Bank, and will also sever the connection between the north and south of the West Bank,” the statement said.

Israeli settlement policies, including demolitions, forced displacements, evictions and home confiscations, must end, Kallas stressed. Such measures, along with settler violence and military operations, increase tensions and undermine opportunities for peace, she added.

The EU "calls on Israel to abandon this decision, noting its far-reaching consequences and the need to take measures to protect the viability of the two-state solution," Kallas said.

Area E1, located between Jerusalem and the settlement of Maale Adumim, is considered particularly controversial because if Israelis settled there, East Jerusalem would be effectively cut off from the northern part of the West Bank. Plans for construction in the area have been frozen for years, largely due to international outcry. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

The Tenth Meeting of the Ministers of Agriculture of the SCO Member States, the SCO Media and Analytical Centers Summit, the Dialogue of Civilizations between the SCO Countries – 2025… Recently, a number of events have been held within the framework of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization.

Since July last year, when China assumed the rotating presidency of the SCO, the Chinese side, guided by the motto of “Promoting the Shanghai Spirit: SCO in Action”, has been systematically implementing the presidency program, achieving significant success.

At present, more than 100 events have been completed, of which almost half are of institutional nature. The events cover many areas such as politics, security, military, economics and trade, investment and cultural exchanges, and contribute to strengthening unity and mutual trust, sharing experiences and mutually beneficial cooperation among the SCO countries.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Recently, Shapotou Park, a popular desert destination in Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region (Zhongwei City), launched a cultural and tourism project called "Youth Desert". Four themed campsites with more than 1,000 tents have been set up, and a variety of activities have been organized, including desert markets, stargazing lectures, fireworks, rock music festivals and other colorful events.

These new formats, new scenes and new experiences have contributed to the transformation and improvement of traditional desert tourism and have given new vitality to the consumption of cultural tourism.

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

Tbilisi, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) — The Central Election Commission (CEC) of Georgia has completed the process of registering political parties to participate in the local elections to be held on October 4, 2025.

According to the CEC statement, a total of 17 political associations applied for registration. Of these, 14 parties were allowed to participate in the elections.

Three parties were denied registration due to non-compliance with the requirements established by electoral legislation.

The Central Election Commission published a list of political parties that have received the right to participate in the elections. They include Conservatives for Georgia, Homeland, Language, Faith, People's Power, Strong Georgia-Lelo, Gakharia for Georgia, Georgian Dream, Girchi, Georgia, Left Alliance, Alliance of Patriots of Georgia, Georgian Unity, Green Party, Our United Georgia, and Free Georgia.

At the next stage, registered parties must submit lists of candidates for the proportional system, as well as nominate candidates for majoritarian districts and candidates for the post of mayor. The deadline for submitting the relevant documents is no later than September 4. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

BEIJING, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) — Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi on Thursday invited Cambodian Vice Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Prak Sokhon and Thai Foreign Minister Marit Sangyampong to have tea together in Anning, southwest China's Yunnan Province. In a harmonious atmosphere, the two sides had a friendly and frank discussion on the border situation between Cambodia and Thailand.

Wang Yi, also a member of the Political Bureau of the CPC Central Committee, said neither Cambodia nor Thailand wants border conflicts to continue, and both sides are willing to resume dialogue and improve relations. He added that the upcoming Foreign Ministers' Meeting on Lancang-Mekong Cooperation in Anning provides an opportunity to achieve these goals.

He also noted that the very name of the city of Anning in Chinese means peace, harmony and friendship, and expressed hope that representatives of Cambodia and Thailand will jointly voice a “call for peace” in Anning.

Wang Yi stressed that China supports Cambodia and Thailand in maintaining communication and dialogue, eliminating misunderstandings, restoring mutual trust, and resuming normal exchanges and cooperation. He expressed China's readiness to promote the comprehensive implementation of the agreements reached at the extraordinary meeting of the General Committee on Boundary Issues and the urgent strengthening of the ceasefire.

The Chinese Foreign Minister pointed out that China also supports the Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) in playing its proper role and settling issues "in the ASEAN way", and supports both sides in meeting the needs of the two peoples and opening border ports as soon as possible.

China is willing to provide support and assistance for demining and other work in the border areas of Cambodia and Thailand in accordance with the will of both sides, he said. Wang added that Cambodia and Thailand are eternal neighbors and brothers, and expressed confidence that the two sides can properly handle specific disputes and jointly respond to various global challenges.

Wang Yi stressed that this will certainly be welcomed by the peoples of both countries and also meets the common expectations of the countries in the region.

The Foreign Ministers of Cambodia and Thailand sincerely thanked China for providing the opportunity for communication between the two sides and highly appreciated China's constructive role in easing the situation and promoting dialogue.

The parties emphasized the value of peace and the importance of good neighborliness, confirmed their readiness to actively implement the ceasefire agreement, fully utilize the dialogue mechanism and resolve disputes by peaceful means. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.

Translation. Region: Russian Federal

Source: People's Republic of China in Russian – People's Republic of China in Russian –

An important disclaimer is at the bottom of this article.

Source: People's Republic of China – State Council News

NEW DELHI, Aug. 14 (Xinhua) — At least 38 people were killed and 62 injured in heavy rain in Indian-administered Kashmir on Thursday, Indian officials said.

The disaster hit Chositi village in Kishtwar district, about 290 km southeast of Srinagar, the summer capital of Indian-administered Kashmir.

According to officials, heavy rainfall triggered flash flooding, which caused widespread destruction in the village. The floodwaters washed away several buildings, including a community canteen, shops and a guard post.

"As of now, 38 people have been confirmed dead," Kishtwar district deputy commissioner Pankaj Sharma told Xinhua. "Rescue operations are ongoing."

Authorities have deployed police and disaster response personnel to the scene to carry out rescue operations in the area.

“According to our information, 62 people were rescued with injuries,” a police officer said. –0–

Please note: This information is raw content obtained directly from the source of the information. It is an accurate report of what the source claims and does not necessarily reflect the position of MIL-OSI or its clients.

.